Series Premieres September 17th on MGM+
"Psycho: The Lost Tapes of Ed Gein" is a captivating and chilling original docuseries brought to life by the creative vision of director and executive producer James Buddy Day, known for his work on acclaimed horror projects such as "Blumhouse’s Compendium of Horror" and "Fall River." The series delves deep into the disturbing world of Ed Gein, a notorious serial killer and grave robber who earned infamous monikers like "The Plainfield Ghoul" and "The Mad Butcher." Gein's heinous crimes served as the inspiration behind iconic cinematic masterpieces like "Psycho," "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre," and "The Silence of the Lambs."
Over the years, a multitude of filmmakers, journalists, and scholars have sought to unravel the enigma that was Ed Gein, attempting to gain insight into the mind of this twisted killer. With unprecedented access to never-before-heard recordings and fresh revelations, the series transports viewers back to the late 1950s in Middle America, immersing them in the unsettling psyche of Gein. The narrative intricately examines Gein's upbringing and his deeply disturbing relationship with his mother, a dynamic that famously served as the inspiration for Alfred Hitchcock's classic "Psycho." From his early forays into grave robbing to the sequence of chilling murders leading to his eventual arrest, every step of Gein's descent into darkness is meticulously explored. The series culminates with the police's horrifying discovery of his macabre house of horrors, a site that becomes all the more terrifying when seen through the lens of the newly unveiled recordings.
Joining the creative forces behind this riveting production are executive producers Jill Latiano Howerton and Josh Kunau from Roots Productions. The combined talents of this team ensure a multi-dimensional exploration of Gein's disturbing saga, unveiling layers of complexity and darkness that have remained hidden for decades.
For fans of true crime, horror aficionados, and anyone intrigued by the mysteries of the human psyche, "Psycho: The Lost Tapes of Ed Gein" promises an unflinching journey into the mind of a killer and the terrifying legacy he left behind. The series is set to captivate international audiences as it is distributed by Amazon & MGM Studios Distribution, amplifying the impact of Gein's haunting story across the world.